Ladakh in 7 Days Road Trip

Take off on an epic road trip through Ladakh, with a group of like-minded travellers for company. This roadtrip combines the best sightseeing around Leh with some of the most exciting adventures that this mystical land has to offer. You'll camp on the banks of the famous Pangong Lake, ride an ATV in the sand dunes of Hunder, go rafting in the Zanskar river, and camp on the banks of the gorgeous Pangong Lake. In addition, you'll visit Pathar Sahib Gurudwara, Shanti Stupa, Shey Palace, Diskit Monastery, Thiksey Monastery, and the 3 Idiots school. You'll also drive to Khardung La, the highest motorable road in the world.

This is a fixed departure trip on the 10th August 2019. Please enquire with us if you are looking for other dates.

Destination

The landscape of Ladakh beckons to all adventure-hungry souls. Out here, the silent plains and the endless mountains roll gently into the horizon, with the occasional gem-like blue of lakes. Gushing rivers carve through the craggy terrain, and glaciers rumble as they move slowly down the towering mountains.

On this trip, you'll get to see many of the geographical features of the land: the Indus, Zanskar and Shyok rivers, a few high altitude passes, the strangely out of place deserts of Nubra Valley, and the utterly breathtaking Pangong Lake.

Destination highlights

Spend a week in the magical land of Ladakh. | Go rafting in the Zanskar River.| Ride ATVs on the sand dunes in Hunder. | Spend a night camping by the famous Pangong Lake. | Visit Shey Palace and Shanti Stupa. | Stand in awe at the foot of the towering 100-feet tall Maitreya Buddha at Diskit Monastery. | See the Indus-Zanskar sangam. | Visit Thiksey Monastery, Pathar Sahib Gurudwara, and other famous landmarks.

Rafti

1 Instructor for every 4 Participants

NA

14 and above years

NA

Yes

Leh Airport

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Leh Airport

Non-AC Innova or Tempo Travell

Leh

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10:00

10:00

Arrive at the Leh Airport. Here, a representative of the tour operator will welcome you and escort you to a hotel. You'll spend the rest of the day at leisure in your hotel room, allowing your body to acclimatize to the high altitude of Leh. You're advised to have frequent meals, stay hydrated and avoid exerting yourself. In the evening, you can visit the local marketplace at Leh to shop for last minute essentials or any souvenirs. Overnight in a hotel at Leh.

Overnight in Ladakh Delight, La Buddha, Royal Hill or similar hotel in Leh.

Arrive at Leh and spend the day at leisure. You'll be accommodated in a hotel at Leh. Today's meal package includes dinner only. You can have additional meals at the hotel in Leh or visit any of the restaurants in Leh, at your own expense.

Food

Dinner

Veg

Day 1 Milestone

Leh

Leh

10:00 AM

Spend the day travelling to cultural landmarks and monuments around Leh. Starting in the morning, you'll visit the Hall of Fame, a war museum dedicated to soldiers of the Kargil War, the Pathar Sahib Gurudwara, an important Sikh house of worship, and the Sangam VIew, where the rivers of Indus and Zanskar meet. In the evening, you'll also visit the Shanti Stupa, a Buddhist landmark with colourful artwork and gorgeous views of Leh. Overnight in a hotel at Leh.

Overnight in Ladakh Delight, La Buddha, Royal Hill or similar hotel in Leh.

Visit local landmarks, monuments and monasteries around Leh. You'll be accommodated in the same hotel as yesterday. Today's meal package includes breakfast and dinner only. You can have additional meals at the hotel in Leh or visit any of the restaurants in Leh, at your own expense.

Food

Breakfast | Dinner

Veg

Day 2 Milestone

Leh

Leh

07:00 AM

Board a private vehicle and begin the 5-hr drive from Leh to the town of Hunder in Nubra Valley. En route, you'll make a pit stop at the Khardung-La Pass, the highest motorable road in the world. The final part of the drive will take you parallel to the Shyok River with gorgeous views of brown and barren mountain slopes. In the evening, you can explore the sand dunes of Nubra Valley, popular for the rare double-humped camel, and take an exciting ATV ride at Hunder. Overnight in Swiss tents at Hunder.

Overnight in Nubra Eco Camps at Hunder.

Drive from Leh to Hunder. You'll be accommodated in Swiss tents at Hunder. Today's meal package includes breakfast and dinner only. You can have lunch at Hunder or at any of the eateries and restaurants en route to Hunder, at your own expense.

Food

Breakfast | Dinner

Veg

Day 3 Milestone

Leh

Hunder

07:00 AM

Begin the return journey from Hunder to Leh. En route, you'll stop by the Diskit monastery, a hilltop house of worship with a colourful statue of the Buddha. After some time at the monastery, you'll return to Leh over the same route via the Khardung-La Pass. Spend the evening at leisure. Overnight in a hotel at Leh.

Overnight in Ladakh Delight, La Buddha, Royal Hill or similar hotel in Leh.

Drive from Hunder to Leh. You'll be accommodated in a hotel at Leh. Today's meal package includes breakfast and dinner only. You can have lunch at the hotel in Leh or at any of the eateries and restaurants en route to Leh, at your own expense.

Food

Breakfast | Dinner

Veg

Day 4 Milestone

Hunder

Leh

07:00 AM

Your road trip across Ladakh continues as you travel to the multi-coloured Pangong Lake. The 4-hr drive will take you over the Chang-La Pass, the third highest motorable road in the world. After driving over winding mountain roads, you'll reach the Pangong Lake, where you can sit by the shore and dip your feet in the cool water. As the sun sets over the Himalayas, you'll notice the water changing shades of blue and green with a blanket of twinkling stars overhead. Overnight in Swiss tents at Pangong Lake.

Overnight in Himalayan Retreat at Pangong Lake.

Drive from Leh to Pangong Lake. You'll be accommodated in Swiss tents by the Pangong Lake. Today's meal package includes breakfast and dinner only. You can have lunch at any of the eateries and restaurants en route to Leh, at your own expense.

Food

Breakfast | Dinner

Veg

Day 5 Milestone

Leh

Pangong Lake

07:00 AM

Begin the return journey from Pangong Lake to Leh. En route, you'll stop by the Shey Palace and monastery, the summer palace of an erstwhile king of Leh. You'll also visit the Thiksey Monastery, a hilltop monastery with panoramic views of the Indus Valley. En route, you'll also stop by the Lotus School, featured in the popular Bollywood movie '3 Idiots', although entrance depends on the school authorities.

At Leh, you'll engage in a thrilling session of whitewater rafting in the Zanskar River. You'll battle the rapids of the river and ride the waves with a paddle in your hand and a life jacket over your chest. Rafting is available only beteween 25 Jun-30 Aug. Overnight in a hotel at Leh.

Overnight in Ladakh Delight, La Buddha, Royal Hill or similar hotel in Leh.

Drive from Pangong Lake to Leh. You'll be accommodated in a hotel at Leh. Today's meal package includes breakfast and dinner only. You can have lunch at the hotel in Leh or at any of the eateries and restaurants en route to Leh, at your own expense.

Food

Breakfast | Dinner

Veg

Day 6 Milestone

Pangong Lake

Leh

07:00 AM

Board the vehicle and transfer back to the airport. Your trip ends here.

Your trip ends by late morning.

Today's meal package includes breakfast only. You'll check-out of the hotel after breakfast. Your trip ends here.

Food

Breakfast

Veg

Day 7 Milestone

Leh

Leh

07:00 AM

Includes / Excludes

Includes

  • All travel arrangements including airport transfers, as per itinerary, in a private, non-AC vehicle
  • Accommodation in hotels/Swiss tents and homestays for 6 nights on twin-sharing basis
  • All breakfasts and dinners from dinner on day 1 to breakfast on day 7
  • Adventure activities: rafting in Zanskar River (25 Jun-30 Aug only), ATV ride at Hunder
  • All required equipment for adventure activities
  • Services of an experienced tour guide
  • All government permits and charges, including the Ladakh Inner Line permit
  • All applicable taxes

Excludes

  • Travel arrangements between your home city and Leh
  • Flight tickets to Leh - however, these can be arranged. Ask us about our packages including Delhi-Leh-Delhi flights or Mumbai-Leh-Mumbai flights
  • Lunch, throughout the trip
  • Entry tickets and video/photography charges at sightseeing locations
  • Costs arising out of unforeseen circumstances such as bad weather, natural calamities etc.
  • Personal expenses such as extra meals, beverages, apparel, gear etc.
  • Anything not mentioned in inclusions

What to Wear

What to Wear

  • Full-sleeved t-shirts/shirts
  • Full-length track pants/trekking pants
  • Trekking shoes
  • Woollen monkey cap, socks and gloves
  • Windproof jacket
  • Sweater and thermal clothes
  • Not to wear - Expensive jewellery or gadgets

What not to Wear

  • Loose clothing that will tangle around you while swimming
  • Restrictive clothing
  • Flip-flops

Equipment / Gear

We Provide

  • Private, non-AC vehicle for transport, as per itinerary, including airport transfers
  • All equipment needed for adventure activities: rafting, ATV ride

You need to get

  • Backpack
  • Water bottle
  • Govt-issued ID card
  • Cold cream
  • Cap/hat
  • Camera
  • Personal toiletries

Medical Kit

  • Please carry specific personal or prescribed medication

Cancellation policy

For cancellations made more than 15 days before departure of the Ladakh road trip: 75% refund.

For cancellations made 10-15 days before departure of the Ladakh road trip: 50% refund.

For cancellations made 7-9 days before departure of the Ladakh road trip: 25% refund.

For cancellations made less than 7 days before departure of the Ladakh road trip: no refund.

All refunds will be processed after deducting a transaction fee of INR 200 per person. This fee is charged by The Great Next.

Rules on trip

Travellers are required to follow instructions of the activity guide while undertaking any adventure activity during the Ladakh road trip.

Consumption of alcohol, drugs and tobacco products like cigarettes is strictly prohibited during the trip.

Travellers are requested to treat the local culture with respect and avoid littering, defacing property and monuments and causing general disturbance.

Additional instructions, booking policies, terms and conditions

Rafting in the Zanskar River is a water-dependant activity, that can only be organized between 25 Jun-30 Aug. The tour operator will not be responsible for any last minute cancellations of the rafting activity due to unsuitable water conditions.

During this Ladakh road trip, travellers will visit destinations at altitudes from 9,800 ft to 13,900 ft and may experience altitude sickness, if proper measures of acclimatization are not followed.

Ladakh is located at an altitude with no internet connectivity and moderate road access/availability of services. Travellers are advised to take such circumstances under consideration before booking this trip.

The tour operator takes utmost care to ensure safety of the travellers and shall not be held responsible for any mishap, accident or loss of life and property during the trip.

The tour operator reserves the right to alter or cancel the itinerary of this trip due to bad weather conditions or other unforeseen circumstances to ensure maximum safety of travellers and staff.

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